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Tech can improve governance, says Krishna Byre Gowda; Why Indian startups should build for the world from day one

At TechSparks 2026, Karnataka Minister for Greater Bengaluru Development, Krishna Byre Gowda, acknowledged the challenges facing Bengaluru and said there is plan to address some of key issues.

Your Story 15 Oct 2026 7:50 am

Loans for SIR hearing, lost wages, but no clarity on voter status for Bengali workers in Bengaluru

More than 3,500 people, according to the Karnataka Bengali Kalyan Samiti, formed by and for West Bengal-based workers in Bengaluru, are under adjudication for logical discrepancy

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 6:17 am

Insurers may face higher crop cover claims in Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka

In Maharashtra, insurers' liability could be capped at Rs 1,540 crore before the state government takes over claims beyond that level. The state has declared drought-like conditions in 265 talukas, raising concerns over this year's losses.

The Economic Times 15 Oct 2026 12:58 am

Bengaluru Metro facilitates swift transport of vital organ for medical emergency

The organ was transported from Sparsh Hospital in Yeshwantpur to Apollo Hospital in Seshadripuram.

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 12:42 am

Agriculture department seizes pesticides worth 3.12 lakh in Bengaluru

The officials seized three types of pesticides: chlorpyrifos, malathion and bifenthrin

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 12:42 am

Takeda Joins Hands With Karnataka Leaders to Call for Year-Round Dengue Preparedness as Climate Change and Urbanization Reshape Dengue Risk

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 14: As climate change, rapid urbanization and shifting rainfall patterns continue to reshape dengue transmission across India, public health leaders, policymakers, scientists and civil society today convened for From Awareness to Action: Advancing Dengue Prevention in Karnataka. The multi-stakeholder dialogue culminated in the endorsement of a 4-Point Call-to-Action aimed at transitioning the state from seasonal outbreak response to continuous, year-round dengue preparedness.

Business Standard 15 Oct 2026 12:20 am

Indias China+1 lessons lie within its own States

Karnataka and Tamil Nadu are leading examples of how industrial ecosystems attract global manufacturers

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 12:19 am

Prashanth to carry golden howdah in this years Jamboo Savari

Dhananjaya named reserve ambari elephant; Abhimanyu will be Nishane elepahant

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 12:18 am

Rahul Gandhi insulted Karnataka, manhandled CM DK Shivakumar: Former Deputy CM CN Ashwath Narayan

Former Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka and MLA CN Ashwath Narayan on Tuesday alleged that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's treatment of Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar was improper and an insult to the state. Speaking at a press conference at the BJP state office, Jagannath Bhavan in Malleshwaram, Ashwath Narayan said Rahul Gandhi pulled the Chief Minister's 'jubba' and pushed him aside. He pulled his jubba and dragged him. He has insulted Karnataka. This is not how you treat a senior leader, he alleged. The BJP leader described Rahul Gandhi's actions as hitting like in boxing, using kung fu and elbow strikes. Who called you to come to the street? If you need protection, why come to the street with people? If you want to be safe, go by car, sit at home. If you come to the street as a mass leader, you should not elbow everyone, he said. Calling Rahul Gandhi a man without humanity, Ashwath Narayan said someone has captured the incident well on video. He hits at a place that...

devdiscourse 14 Oct 2026 11:07 pm

Drought, heat drive tender coconut prices to Rs 60 apiece

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 11:06 pm

Drought, heat drive tender coconut prices to Rs 60 a piece

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 11:05 pm

IIIT-Dharwad team finishes fourth in Isro robotics challenge

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:59 pm

Independents complicate BJP, Cong poll math

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:58 pm

Man sentenced to 20-yr jail for raping minor girl

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:57 pm

Six booked for murder of 30-yr-old

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:57 pm

22 child labourers rescued at Yallamma Gudda

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:55 pm

Cane farmers shift agitation from highways to mins house

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:55 pm

JD(S) Accuses Karnataka Government of Prioritizing Politics Over Farmers Welfare Amid Drought

JD(S) criticizes Karnataka government for diverting Krishna River water to Telangana, endangering local farmers during a drought. JD(S) Accuses Karnataka Government of Prioritizing Politics Over Farmers Welfare Amid Drought

Daily Kiran 14 Oct 2026 10:54 pm

Centre sets up panel to study problems of sugarcane farmers

Representatives of sugarcane farmers from Karnataka and Maharashtra had met Union Ministers demanding that the government must increase remunerative returns to sugarcane farmers

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 10:50 pm

Ryots end Haveri protest, to now pitch tent at Dharwad

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:48 pm

Hundreds of voter IDs, Aadhaar, PAN cards burnt in Hassan

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:45 pm

4 Bangladeshis, including 2 children, held in Kodagu for illegal stay

Family allegedly posed as Assam labourers, worked at plantation in Ponnampet taluk

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:43 pm

Excise raids Arsikere outlets, seizes liquor packets

Dozens of liquor packets seized; cases booked as residents seek sustained crackdown and checks on larger outlets

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:43 pm

Karnataka coach Vinay Kumar praises Karun

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 10:42 pm

State to complete recruitment of 16,000 teachers by year-end: Bangarappa

Minister says recruitment will address teacher shortage; 1,250 KPS institutions planned in first phase

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:42 pm

Secret stings on Cong MLAs, another CM within a year: Vijayendra

BJP state chief claims ruling-party legislators lack confidence in CM DKS, face shortage of constituency grants and stalled development works

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:42 pm

25k purse for help during golden hour: Chikkamagaluru DC

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:42 pm

Ex-min Haratalu Halappa wants BYV as CM

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:38 pm

ZP, TP quota announcement revives rural politics in Chamarajanagar

ZP seats rise from 23 to 28; aspirants approach parties for tickets

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:38 pm

Bengaluru realtor shoots at business rival

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 10:33 pm

Karnataka: Ballari woman, 2 kids dead, dowry harassment alleged

Ballari: A woman and her two children were found dead after an alleged suicide incident involving the Tungabhadra canal near Allipur, on the outskirts of Ballari. The woman, identified as 29-year-old Lateefa Simran, reportedly entered the canal after throwing her two children into the water on Tuesday evening, October 13. Simran lived in Millerpet, Ballari, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 14 Oct 2026 10:15 pm

Mangaluru Police Issue Traffic Advisory Ahead of Chief Minister

Mangaluru Police Issue Traffic Advisory Ahead of Chief Ministers Visit to Kudroli Temple Mangaluru: Mangaluru City Police have issued a traffic advisory ahead of the Karnataka Chief Ministers visit to Sri Gokarnanatheshwara Temple in Kudroli on October 15, in connection with the Mangaluru Dasara. In view of the visit, traffic congestion is likely on roads [] The post Mangaluru Police Issue Traffic Advisory Ahead of Chief Ministers Visit to Kudroli Temple appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 14 Oct 2026 10:02 pm

Rahul, Revanth rise to the occasion again, thwart Karnatakas victory push

The two young Andhra batters come to teams rescue a second time; veteran Karun Nair bails out the visiting side after an early wobble

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:58 pm

Karnataka polls: Show Sringeri counting records, SC tells ECI

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday, October 14, took a stern view of the Election Commission of Indias (ECI) inability to trace the video recording of the 2023 vote-counting exercise in Karnatakas Sringeri Assembly constituency. The court directed the poll body to produce the available records at the next hearing and warned that it Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 14 Oct 2026 9:55 pm

UNESCO team to visit Hampi on Oct. 24

It will carry out inspection with focus on conservation and management of heritage monuments

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:45 pm

Sting Op row: Kumaraswamy accuses Ktaka govt of targeting JD-S social media workers

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel and JD(S) State President H.D. Kumaraswamy on Wednesday accused the Karnataka government of targeting party workers for questioning an alleged conspiracy to tarnish the image of former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah through a honey-trap operation. In a statement, Kumaraswamy alleged that he and his associates were being targeted for questioning what he described as a systematic and organised conspiracy to damage the reputation of former chief minister and Congress Working Committee (CWC) Member Siddaramaiah, who served as Chief Minister of Karnataka for more than eight years. He claimed that the police had taken away Shankar, a young man working with the JD(S) social media team, on Wednesday morning without registering any case against him. According to Kumaraswamy, after the party's legal cell lodged a complaint at the Annapoorneshwari Nagar police station, Shankar was allegedly made to call his wife and inform her only that the Central Crime Branch (CCB) police had taken him away, after which the call was disconnected. Enough of this deceptive drama. On what grounds was he taken away? Kumaraswamy asked. He alleged that instead of acting against the person responsible for recording and circulating the sting operation footage that allegedly damaged Siddaramaiah's reputation, the police were targeting JD(S) social media workers who questioned the incident. Kumaraswamy also alleged that the person who recorded the footage, whom he accused of operating under the guise of a media professional, was moving around freely while party workers were being targeted. I was the one who questioned the issue and demanded a CBI investigation. If the police have the courage, they should have come directly to me. Why are they showing their power against innocent people? he asked. The JD(S) State President further alleged that the police had visited the residence of another social media team member, Mohan, and were creating a disturbance and harassing his family. Kumaraswamy warned that the party would not remain silent if its workers were subjected to what he described as unnecessary harassment. He said the JD(S) was prepared to fight the matter both politically and legally. The allegations come amid a political controversy over the sting operation footage involving Siddaramaiah, with opposition leaders demanding a probe into the matter.

bhaskarlive 14 Oct 2026 9:36 pm

Ktaka: JD-S questions Priyank Kharges silence on Siddaramaiah sting operation

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) The Janata Dal (Secular) on Wednesday questioned Home Minister Priyank Kharge over their response to the ongoing sting operation controversy involving former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, demanding a CBI investigation into the case. In a statement posted on social media platform X, the JD-S questioned whether it was wrong to demand an investigation into the sting operation and asked Priyank Kharge whether he considered himself an authoritarian for suggesting that others should not speak about the issue. In a democracy, the Constitution gives everyone equal rights to question and raise their voice for justice, the party said. The JD-S asked who was behind the alleged attempt to tarnish Siddaramaiah's reputation through the sting operation and why the Congress government was delaying the disclosure of the name of the person responsible. Have you forgotten that Siddaramaiah's efforts helped you win the Chittapur Assembly seat and become a minister? Do you have the courage to reveal the reason behind the move to remove Siddaramaiah from the Chief Minister's post? the party asked Priyank Kharge. The party said the sting operation controversy had become a subject of discussion across the country and criticised the state Home Minister for remaining silent on the issue. It also questioned why the government was reluctant to hand over the case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), asking whether it feared that an investigation would expose the alleged involvement of people associated with the government and a prominent political leader. The JDS further accused Priyank Kharge of showing urgency in securing a civic amenity (CA) site for the Siddhartha Trust while failing to stand up for justice when Siddaramaiah's reputation was allegedly being targeted. State President of the party and Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy had demanded transparency in the investigation and questioned the government's response to the controversy, which has triggered a political confrontation in Karnataka.

bhaskarlive 14 Oct 2026 9:36 pm

JD-S accuses Ktaka govt of diverting Krishna water to Telangana amid drought

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) The Janata Dal (Secular) on Wednesday accused the Karnataka government of prioritising political interests over the welfare of farmers by allegedly releasing Krishna River water from the Almatti and Narayanpur reservoirs in North Karnataka to Telangana when farmers in the state, particularly in North Karnataka, are grappling with drought and drinking water shortages. In a statement posted on social media platform X, the JD-S questioned whether the government was giving greater importance to the political interests of the Congress leadership in neighbouring states while farmers in Karnataka were suffering due to the drought. Is the political agenda of the high command in a neighbouring state more important to the government? When farmers in the state are reeling under drought, and people in North Karnataka are struggling even for drinking water, is secretly releasing Krishna water from the Almatti and Narayanpur reservoirs to Telangana not an unforgivable betrayal? the party asked. The JDS alleged that the interests of Karnataka's farmers were being sacrificed on the verbal instructions of the Chief Minister. The party further accused the Congress government of allegedly diverting the state's water resources to benefit neighbouring states governed by the Congress, referring to the Mekedatu project on the Cauvery and the alleged release of Krishna water to Telangana. Karnataka's taxpayers, Karnataka's resources and Karnataka's water, but the benefits go only to states that have political alliances with the Congress party, the JD-S said. The party also criticised the government for allegedly providing water to neighbouring states while failing to adequately compensate farmers in Karnataka for their crop losses. Condemning what it described as an anti-farmer approach, the JD-S demanded that the government immediately stop releasing water to Telangana and give priority to the drinking water needs of people and the irrigation requirements of farmers in North Karnataka. The party warned that farmers could take to the streets and teach the government a lesson if it failed to address their concerns. The allegations come amid concerns over drought conditions and the availability of water for agricultural and drinking purposes in parts of Karnataka.

bhaskarlive 14 Oct 2026 9:36 pm

Karnataka to propose GST revenue share for local bodies to GST Council

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Wednesday said the state government would submit a proposal to the GST Council seeking a share of Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue for rural and urban local bodies to improve their financial position and strengthen decentralised governance. Responding to the proposal to provide a share of GST revenue to local bodies, the Chief Minister said the government would place the matter before the GST Council. He also said a proposal would be sought from the minister concerned on establishing the Karnataka Panchayat Administrative Service. Speaking after chairing a meeting of the Karnataka State Decentralisation Planning and Development Committee at his official residence, Krishna, CM Shivakumar stressed that the government would take necessary measures to improve the financial condition of gram panchayats and further strengthen the decentralisation system. The government will constitute a committee under the chairmanship of the Rural Development Minister to examine the recommendations of the Fifth State Finance Commission concerning financial devolution and administrative reforms. The committee will assess the recommendations that can be implemented and submit a report, he said. According to the Chief Minister, Rs 1,261 crore has been released to gram panchayats, Rs 557 crore to taluk panchayats, and Rs 183 crore to zilla panchayats in accordance with the Fifth State Finance Commission report. He said the government would also take steps to ensure that urban local bodies function effectively in keeping with the objectives of the 74th Constitutional Amendment. Consultations would be held with experts from the National Law School of India University on suitable amendments to the relevant laws. The Chief Minister said urban local bodies should formulate and implement development plans through ward meetings, similar to gram sabhas in rural areas. He noted that district, taluk, and village-level planning committees had already been constituted and directed them to hold meetings every three months and submit reports regularly. CM Shivakumar said the state budget had announced the implementation of the 'People's Plan' to incorporate public demands from the grassroots into the state budget. He directed the Rural Development and Urban Development departments to issue appropriate guidelines and develop the necessary software. Funds should also be provided to establish planning management units at district and taluk levels. The government has instructed all departments to prepare responsibility maps specifying their roles in implementing schemes related to gram, taluk, and zilla panchayats. The departments have been asked to submit the maps within the stipulated timeframe. The Chief Minister directed officials to expedite the demarcation of village habitation boundaries using data from the SVAMITVA scheme, with the Panchayat Raj and Revenue departments working in coordination. He also expressed concern over the reduction in gram panchayat revenue following the withdrawal of their authority to levy taxes on industries by the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB). He said the law provides for 30 per cent of the property tax collected by the authority to be shared with gram panchayats. He directed officials to submit complete details of the tax collected by KIADB and the amounts distributed to gram panchayats. The government aims to strengthen local governance by improving financial resources, administrative coordination and public participation in planning and development, he added.

bhaskarlive 14 Oct 2026 9:33 pm

Ktaka: KRV urges police to deny permission for Sonu Nigams concert

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) The Karnataka Rakshana Vedike (KRV) on Wednesday has urged the Bengaluru City Police Commissioner to deny permission for singer Sonu Nigam's scheduled concert in the city on October 24, alleging that his remarks comparing Kannadigas' linguistic sentiments to the Pahalgam terror attack in April 2025 had hurt the pride and sentiments of the Kannada-speaking community. In a representation submitted to the Police Commissioner, KRV State President T.A. Narayan Gowda demanded that the police refuse permission for the concert or revoke any approval already granted, citing possible public resentment and law-and-order concerns. According to the organisation, Sonu Nigam is scheduled to perform at the Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru on Thanisandra Main Road at 7 pm on October 24 as part of his 'The Revolution India Tour'. The event is reportedly being organised by ITW Playworx. The controversy dates back to April 2025, when Sonu Nigam allegedly made the remarks during a musical event at East Point College in Bengaluru. The organisation claimed that when a student requested a Kannada song, the singer responded by saying, Kannada, Kannada, Kannada, this is why the incident (terror attack) happened in Pahalgam. KRV said that requesting a song in Kannada was not an offence and alleged that comparing the linguistic sentiments of Kannadigas to a terror attack was objectionable, irresponsible and an insult to their self-respect. The organisation further stated that Dharmaraj T.A., president of its Bengaluru urban district unit, had lodged a complaint against the singer at Avalahalli police station on May 2, 2025, seeking appropriate legal action over the remarks. Describing the issue as a serious public grievance, KRV said the sentiments of Kannadigas had not been addressed and that allowing the singer to perform in Bengaluru would further hurt their pride. The organisation warned that granting permission for the concert could intensify public resentment and potentially lead to large-scale protests. It urged the police to assess the possible law-and-order implications and take preventive measures to maintain public peace and harmony. Among its demands, KRV sought a review of the status of its earlier complaint against the singer and urged the authorities to examine any statements that could create unnecessary tensions between linguistic communities. Narayan Gowda said the organisation was committed to protecting the Kannada language, land, water and self-respect through democratic and legal means. The KRV president warned that if permission was granted for the concert, the organisation would be compelled to organise protests across Karnataka. He said the responsibility for any escalation would lie with those who ignored the organisation's demands and allowed the event to proceed despite the objections. The organisation has urged the police to take an urgent decision on its representation and communicate the action taken in writing.

bhaskarlive 14 Oct 2026 9:33 pm

Karnataka govt to complete recruitment process for 17,000 teachers by December: Minister Bangarappa

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) The Karnataka government has announced that the recruitment process for 17,000 teacher posts will be completed by December, State Minister for School Education and Literacy Madhu Bangarappa said on Wednesday. Addressing the media in Bengaluru, the Minister added that the state government had already completed the recruitment of 13,500 teachers, a process that had remained pending under the previous Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government, after pursuing the matter in the Supreme Court. In addition, the state government has granted approval for the recruitment of 6,000 teachers in aided schools. The recruitment process for these posts is expected to be completed by December or January, he said. Bangarappa added that the recruitment drive would help address the shortage of teachers in the state and improve the quality of education by ensuring better learning opportunities for children. The state government has been taking steps to fill vacant teaching positions and strengthen the education system in Karnataka, he said. Later, speaking after inaugurating the Children's Dasara programme at Kalamandira in Mysuru on Wednesday, organised as part of the Nada Habba Mysuru Dasara Mahotsav-2026, Minister Bangarappa added that when it comes to God and children, I will always give priority to children. Children should be regarded as being in the place of God. They are the beacon of hope who can lead the country in the future. Around 6,500 children are participating in various cultural programmes as part of the Dasara celebrations. Even before taking the stage, the children enthusiastically participated in rangoli and painting competitions. Through their paintings, they expressed the Nada Habba Dasara from their own unique perspectives. Recognising and honouring children's talents is the responsibility of all of us, the Minister said. As Education Minister, I have been working sincerely for the welfare of children. Around 1.16 crore children in the state come under the purview of my department. It is my privilege to be involved in shaping the educational future of such a large number of children. Providing quality education to children is one of the key priorities of our (Congress) government, he added. Significant changes are being introduced in the state's education sector through Karnataka Public Schools (KPS). Steps are being taken to establish 1,250 KPS schools in the first phase. Former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had taken a keen interest in establishing 1,000 KPS schools during his tenure. The current Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has directed officials to take steps to establish an additional 1,000 KPS schools. With these initiatives, around 2,500 KPS schools are expected to come up across the state, Bangarappa said. The KPS schools will provide quality education and essential facilities to compete with private schools. Children will have the opportunity to study under one roof, from pre-primary to pre-university (PUC) level. The state government will also provide free school bus facilities to ensure that education is easily accessible to children, the Minister added.

bhaskarlive 14 Oct 2026 9:33 pm

Realtor dies as Range Rover rams LPG truck in Bengaluru

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 9:33 pm

108 ambulance employees withdraw strike in Karnataka

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 9:32 pm

Can't Make Lame Excuses: Top Court Pulls Up Poll Body Over Missing Footage

The case concerns the counting in Karnataka's Sringeri Assembly constituency in 2023 and a recount this year.

NDTV 14 Oct 2026 9:28 pm

Bengaluru Metro ferries heart for surgery in 18 mins

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 9:28 pm

CBI arrests Munitions India Executive Director, two others in bribery case, seizes Rs 2.23 crore cash

CBI arrests Munitions India Executive Director, two others in bribery case, seizes Rs 2.23 crore cash New Delhi: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested Munitions India Limited (MIL) Executive Director Anil Kumar and two others, including a private defence company promoter, in a bribery case involving allegations of illegal gratification in exchange for [] The post CBI arrests Munitions India Executive Director, two others in bribery case, seizes Rs 2.23 crore cash appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 14 Oct 2026 9:25 pm

Former Karnataka CM Demands CBI Inquiry into Alleged Sting Operation Targeting Ministers

Basavaraj Bommai calls for a CBI investigation into a sting operation allegedly targeting Karnataka ministers, emphasizing the need for transparency. Former Karnataka CM Demands CBI Inquiry into Alleged Sting Operation Targeting Ministers

Daily Kiran 14 Oct 2026 9:23 pm

Karnataka HC upholds UBL share pledge over banks' 6,203 crore claim

The Karnataka High Court held that banks' personal guarantee and contractual restrictions did not create a proprietary interest overriding the pledge of Mallya's UBL shares

Business Standard 14 Oct 2026 9:22 pm

Karnataka: ED files prosecution complaint against Jaa Lifestyle India, alleges Rs 4.29 crore fraud

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 14 (IANS) The Directorate of Enforcement's (ED) Bengaluru Zonal Office has filed a prosecution complaint (charge sheet) before a special court here under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against three accused persons/entities, including Jaa Lifestyle India Pvt Ltd and its directors, in connection with an alleged fraud involving a membership-based earning programme, an agency statement said on Wednesday. According to the statement, the prosecution complaint was filed on October 7, following an investigation into the company's alleged collection of funds from the public by promising earnings through its digital marketing and advertisement-viewing programme. The ED investigation revealed that Jaa Lifestyle India Pvt Ltd allegedly adopted a structured membership-based model to enrol members and collect money. Prospective members were approached through WhatsApp and other online communication channels and informed about the company's digital marketing and advertisement-viewing programme. Interested individuals were provided with a link to register free of cost on the company's web platform, where they were required to create login credentials. Subsequently, they were asked to pay Rs 1,109, inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST), into the company's bank account to access the earning programme. The company allegedly collected Rs 4.29 crore from the public between December 6, 2020, and June 4, 2021, the statement said. Further investigation revealed that the company did not provide the promised facility to earn money by viewing advertisements. Instead, the funds collected from members were allegedly used for the personal expenses and benefits of the company's directors, the ED said. Earlier, as part of the investigation, the ED issued a Provisional Attachment Order (PAO) on July 22, attaching bank accounts held by Jaa Lifestyle India Pvt Ltd. The special court for PMLA cases, Bengaluru, will now undertake further legal proceedings in the case.

bhaskarlive 14 Oct 2026 9:20 pm

Siddaramaiah video row: CCB detains two for questioning

Police probe focuses on origin of alleged defamatory videos, social media accounts and possible wider conspiracy

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:53 pm

Srinivas University 9th Annual Convocation today

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 8:52 pm

Farmers withdraw highway blockades in Haveri, Dharwad districts

However, only three lanes of the six-lane highway will be open for vehicles as farmers have already launched a foot march to Hubballi

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:35 pm

Sugarcane farmers end rasta roko, launch march to Hubballi seeking justice

They announce that they are stopping the road blockade in public interest

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:22 pm

Scams, price hikes have become Congress govt.s guarantees, says C.T. Ravi

It is diverting attention from controversies involving MUDA and Valmiki corporation scam and KPSC irregularities, instead of addressing them

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:13 pm

Scams, price hikes have become Congress govt.s guarantees, says C.T. Ravi

It is diverting attention from controversies involving MUDA and Valmiki corporation scam and KPSC irregularities, instead of addressing them

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:13 pm

Karnataka will strengthen finances of local bodies: Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar

Government to frame guidelines for Peoples Plan; proposes ward-level meetings and GST revenue share for local bodies

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:12 pm

Karnataka will strengthen finances of local bodies: Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar

Government to frame guidelines for Peoples Plan; proposes ward-level meetings and GST revenue share for local bodies

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:12 pm

Four-day YogaDasara gets under way in Mysuru

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:12 pm

Four-day YogaDasara gets under way in Mysuru

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:12 pm

Ramesh Jarkiholi calls on Siddaramaiah

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:08 pm

Ramesh Jarkiholi calls on Siddaramaiah

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:08 pm

Private unaided schools move Karnataka HC on delay in reimbursement of expenditure for RTE quota students

Association of schools also seeks a national protocol for determination of Per Child Expenditure

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:08 pm

Private unaided schools move Karnataka HC on delay in reimbursement of expenditure for RTE quota students

Association of schools also seeks a national protocol for determination of Per Child Expenditure

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:08 pm

Cybersecurity workshop for micro, small and medium enterprises held in Bengaluru

Government representatives, industry leaders, entrepreneurs and cybersecurity experts joined the event to discuss emerging cyber threats, regulatory compliance and measures to strengthen cybersecurity preparedness among MSMEs.

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:08 pm

Cybersecurity workshop for micro, small and medium enterprises held in Bengaluru

Government representatives, industry leaders, entrepreneurs and cybersecurity experts joined the event to discuss emerging cyber threats, regulatory compliance and measures to strengthen cybersecurity preparedness among MSMEs.

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:08 pm